Tyco ESFR-17 User manual

Model ESFR-17
Early Suppression, Fast Response Pendent Sprinklers
16.8 K-factor
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IMPORTANT
Always refer to Technical Data
Sheet TFP700 for the “INSTALLER
WARNING” that provides cau-
tions with respect to handling
and installation of sprinkler sys-
tems and components. Improp-
er handling and installation can
permanently damage a sprin-
kler system or its components
and cause the sprinkler to fail
to operate in a fire situation or cause
it to operate prematurely.
Worldwide
Contacts
www.tyco-fire.com
General
Description
The TYCO Model ESFR-17 Pendent
Sprinklers are “Early Suppression,
Fast Response Sprinklers” having
a nominal K-Factor of 16.8. (Refer to
Figure 1.) They are suppression mode
sprinklers that are especially advan-
tageous as a means of eliminating
in-rack sprinklers when protecting
high-piled storage.
Model ESFR-17 Pendent Sprinklers
are primarily used for ceiling-only
sprinkler protection of (but not limited
to) the following storage applications:
• Most encapsulated or non-encap-
sulated common materials including
cartoned, unexpanded plastics
• Cartoned, expanded plastics
• Uncartoned, unexpanded plastics
• Uncartoned, expanded plastics
• Some storage arrangements of rub-
ber tires, roll paper, and aerosols
For more specic criteria, refer to
Table A in this data sheet as well as
the applicable design standard.
The Model ESFR-17 Pendent Sprin-
klers provide the system designer with
hydraulic and sprinkler placement
options not presently available to
traditional ESFR Sprinklers having a
nominal K-Factor of 14.0. In particular,
Model ESFR-17 Pendent Sprinklers
are designed to operate at substan-
tially lower-end head pressures, as
compared to ESFR Sprinklers hav-
ing a nominal K-Factor of 14.0. This
feature offers exibility when sizing
system piping, as well as possibly re-
ducing or eliminating the need for a
system re pump.
Applications for the ESFR-17 Pendent
Sprinklers are expanding beyond cur-
rently recognized installation stan-
dards. For information on research
re tests (with ammable liquids and
aerosols, for example) that may be
acceptable to an authority having ju-
risdiction, contact the Technical Ser-
vices department.
NOTICE
TheModelESFR-17PendentSprinklers
described herein must be installed
and maintained in compliance with
this document, as well as with the ap-
plicable standards of the National Fire
Protection Association, in addition to
the standards of any authorities having
jurisdiction (e.g., FM Global). Failure to
do so may impair the performance of
these devices.
The owner is responsible for maintain-
ing their fire protection system and
devices in proper operating condi-
tion. Contact the installing contrac-
tor or product manufacturer with any
questions.
In all cases, the appropriate NFPA or
FM installation standard, or other ap-
plicable standard, must be referenced
to ensure applicability and to obtain
complete installation guidelines. The
general guidelines in this data sheet
are not intended to provide complete
installation criteria.
Sprinkler
Identification
Number (SIN)
TY7226
Technical
Data
Approvals
FM Approved
VdS Approved
LPCB Approved (094b/01 and 007l/01)
NYC under MEA 356-01-E
CE Certied Certicate of Conformity
1725-CPD-H0011
Maximum Working Pressure
175 psi (12,1 bar)
Pipe Thread Connections
3/4 inch NPT
ISO 7-R 3/4
Discharge Coefficient
K=16.8 gpm/psi1/2
(241,9 lpm/bar1/2)
Temperature Ratings
165°F (74°C)
214°F (101°C)
Finish
Natural Brass

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Physical Characteristics
Frame .............................Brass
Deector..........................Bronze
Compression Screw ..........Stainless Steel
Hook..............................Monel
Strut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monel
Link Assembly ................Solder, Nickel
Button.............................Brass
Sealing Assembly ...........Beryllium Nickel
w/TEFLON
Ejection Spring.....................Inconel
Deector Nut ....................... Brass
Design
Criteria
The following general guidelines pro-
vided for the TYCO Model ESFR-17
Pendent Sprinklers can be used for a
quick reference.
The National Fire Protection Associa-
tion (NFPA) and FM Global (FM) pro-
vide installation standards that must
be used to properly design an auto-
matic sprinkler system utilizing Early
Suppression, Fast Response (ESFR)
Sprinklers. The guidelines provided by
NFPA and FM may differ; consequent-
ly, the appropriate standard must be
used for a given installation.
In all cases, the appropriate NFPA or
FM installation standard must be ref-
erenced to ensure applicability and
to obtain complete installation guide-
lines, since the following general
guidelines are not intended to provide
complete installation criteria.
In addition to this data sheet, the fol-
lowing data sheets describe other
TYCO ESFR Sprinklers:
• TFP312 – Model ESFR-25 (TY9226),
K=25.2 Pendent Sprinkler
• TFP316 – Model ESFR-17 (TY7126),
K=16.8 Upright Sprinkler
• TFP318 – Model ESFR-1 (TY6226),
K=14.0 Pendent Sprinkler
System Type
Wet pipe system
Roof Construction
Unobstructed or obstructed construc-
tion (e.g., smooth ceiling, bar joists,
beam and girder, etc.).
Where the depths of the solid struc-
tural members (e.g., beams and stem)
exceed 12 inches (302 mm), install
ESFR Sprinklers in each channel
formed by the structural members.
Ceiling Slope
Maximum 2 inch rise for 12 inch run
(16.7%)
Maximum Coverage Area
100 ft2(9,3 m2)
In some cases, the installation stan-
dards permit a greater coverage area.
Minimum Coverage Area
64 ft2(5,8 m2) per NFPA 13/FM 2-0
Maximum Spacing
12 feet (3,7 m) for building heights
up to 30 feet (9,1 m)
10 feet (3,1 m) for building heights
greater than 30 feet (9,1 m)
Minimum Spacing
8 feet (2,4 m)
Minimum Clearance to Commodity
36 inches (914 mm)
Deflector-to-Ceiling Distance
NFPA – 6 to 14 inches (152 to 356 mm)
Centerline of Thermal Sensing
Element-to-Ceiling Distance
FM – See FM 2-0 for Storage Sprin-
klers.
Operation
The fusible link assembly is comprised
of two link halves that are joined to-
gether by a thin layer of solder. When
the rated temperature is reached, the
solder melts and the two link halves
separate, activating the sprinkler and
owing water.
Components:
9
2
3
4
5
6
8
7
1
3-9/16"
(90,5 mm)
THERMAL
SENSING
ELEMENT
TEMPERATURE
RATING
-
2 Deector
Ejection Spring
Sealing
Assembly
Hook
Compression
Screw
-
8
-
4
7-
3-
Frame1 -
Button
Link Assembly
-
6
5-Strut
9-
WRENCH
FLATS
1/2"
(12,7 mm)
NOMINAL
MAKE-IN
3/4" NPT
1-1/2"
(38,1 mm)
1-7/8" (47,6 mm)
FIGURE 1
MODEL ESFR-17 EARLY SUPPRESSION, FAST RESPONSE
PENDENT SPRINKLER, 16.8 K-FACTOR

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Installation
The TYCO Model ESFR-17 Pendent
Sprinklers must be installed in accor-
dance with this section.
General Instructions
Avoid damage to the fusible Link As-
sembly during installation by using
only the Frame arms to handle the
sprinkler (that is, do not apply pres-
sure to the fusible Link Assembly),
and by using the appropriate sprinkler
wrench. Failure to do so can lead to an
unstable link assembly and premature
activation of the sprinkler. Damaged
sprinklers must be replaced.
A leak-tight 3/4 inch NPT sprinkler
joint should be obtained by applying
a minimum-to-maximum torque of 10
to 20 ft./lbs. (13,4 to 26,8 Nm). Higher
levels of torque can distort the sprin-
kler inlet with consequent leakage or
impairment of the sprinkler.
Step 1. Install the Model ESFR-17
Pendent Sprinkler in the pendent po-
sition (Figure 2).
Step 2. With pipe-thread sealant ap-
plied, hand-tighten the sprinkler into
the sprinkler tting. Do not apply pres-
sure to the Link Assembly, and handle
the Model ESFR-17 Sprinkler only by
the Frame arms.
Step 3. Wrench-tighten the Model
ESFR-17 Sprinkler using only the W-
Type 21 Sprinkler Wrench (Figure 2)
and by fully engaging (seating) the
wrench on the sprinkler wrench ats
(Figure 1).
Step 4. After installation, inspect the
Link Assembly of each Model ESFR-
17 Sprinkler for damage. In particu-
lar, verify that the Link Assembly and
Hook are positioned as illustrated in
Figure 1, and that the Link Assembly
is not bent, creased, or forced out of
normal position in any way. Replace
damaged sprinklers.
Storage Type NFPA FM
Open Frame (that is, no solid shelves)
Single, Double, Multiple-Row, or Portable Rack Storage
of Class I-IV and Group A or B Plastics
Refer to NFPA 13, Chapters 16 and 17 Refer to FM 2-0 and 8-9
Solid Pile or Palletized Storage of Class I-IV
and Group A or B Plastics Refer to NFPA 13, Chapters 14 and 15 Refer to FM 2-0 and 8-9
Idle Pallet Storage Refer to NFPA 13, Chapter 12 Refer to FM 2-0 , 8-9, and 8-24
Rubber Tire Storage Refer to NFPA 13, Chapter 18 Refer to FM 2-0 and 8-3
Roll Paper Storage (Refer to the standard) Refer to NFPA 13, Chapter 19 Refer to FM 8-21
Flammable/Ignitable Liquid Storage (Refer to the standard) Refer to NFPA 30 Refer to FM 7-29
Aerosol Storage (Refer to the standard) Refer to 30B Refer to FM 7-31
Automotive Components in Portable Racks
(Control mode only; refer to the standard) N/A N/A
N/A = Not Applicable
"FITTING SIDE"
TOWARDS SPRINKLER
FITTING
WRENCH
RECESS
FIGURE 2
W-TYPE 21
SPRINKLER WRENCH
TABLE A
MODEL ESFR-17 PENDENT SPRINKLERS
COMMODITY SELECTION AND DESIGN CRITERIA OVERVIEW

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Care and
Maintenance
The TYCO Model ESFR-17 Sprinklers
must be maintained and serviced in
accordance with this section.
Before closing a re protection system
main control valve for maintenance
work on the re protection system that
it controls, permission to shut down
the affected re protection system
must be obtained from the proper au-
thorities and notify all personnel who
may be affected by this action.
Sprinklers which are found to be leak-
ing or exhibiting visible signs of corro-
sion must be replaced.
Automatic sprinklers must never be
painted, plated, coated, or other-
wise altered after leaving the factory.
Modied sprinklers must be replaced.
Sprinklers that have been exposed to
corrosive products of combustion, but
have not operated, should be replaced
if they cannot be completely cleaned
by wiping the sprinkler with a cloth or
by brushing it with a soft bristle brush.
Care must be exercised to avoid dam-
age to the sprinklers before, during,
and after installation. Sprinklers dam-
aged by dropping, striking, wrench
twist/slippage, or the like, must be
replaced. Also, replace any sprinkler
that has a cracked bulb or that has
lost liquid from its bulb. (Ref. Installa-
tion Section.)
The owner is responsible for the
inspection, testing, and mainte-
nance of their re protection sys-
tem and devices in compliance with
this document, as well as with the
applicable standards of the National
Fire Protection Association (e.g., NFPA
25), in addition to the standards of any
authorities having jurisdiction. Contact
the installing contractor or product
manufacturer with any questions.
Automatic sprinkler systems are
recommended to be inspected,
tested, and maintained by a qualied
Inspection Service in accordance with
local requirements and/or national
codes.
Limited
Warranty
For warranty terms and conditions,
visit www.tyco-re.com.
Ordering
Procedure
Contact your local distributor for avail-
ability. When placing an order, indi-
cate the full product name and Part
Number (P/N).
Sprinkler Assemblies
Specify: Model ESFR-17 (TY7226),
K=16.8, Early Suppression, Fast Re-
sponse Pendent Sprinkler with (spec-
ify) temperature rating, natural brass,
P/N
165°F ( 74°C) .............. P/N 58 - 445-1-165
214°F (101°C) ............. P/N 58-445-1-214
Special Order Sprinkler
Assemblies with ISO 7-1 Thread
Connections
Specify: Model ESFR-17 (TY7226),
K=16.8, Early Suppression, Fast Re-
sponse Pendent Sprinkler with ISO
7-1 thread connection, (specify) tem-
perature rating, natural brass, P/N
(specify).
165°F ( 74°C) .............. P/N 58 - 446-1-165
214°F (101°C) ............. P/N 58-446-1-214
Sprinkler Wrench
Specify: W-Type 21 Sprinkler Wrench,
P/N 56-001-0-686